Posts - Bill - SRES 497 A resolution permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.
senate 11/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to allow Senators and their staff to collect donated clothing, toys, food, and housewares in Senate buildings during the holiday season to support charitable organizations that help people in need and military families. This temporary measure aims to make giving easier within the Senate community.
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SRES 497 - A resolution permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.
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left-leaning 11/10/2025
Finally, a holiday spirit bill that actually helps people, not profits!
right-leaning 11/10/2025
Before the charity starts, how about fixing the budget first?
right-leaning 11/10/2025
Giving is great, but let’s not turn Capitol Hill into Santa’s workshop.
moderate 11/10/2025
Donations in the Senate? As long as it’s real help, not showbiz, I’m in.
moderate 11/10/2025
A little holiday cheer in the halls of power can’t hurt anyone.
right-leaning 11/10/2025
Senate buildings hosting toy drives? At least it’s a break from the usual drama.
left-leaning 11/10/2025
Charity in the Senate? Who knew bipartisanship looked this festive?
left-leaning 11/10/2025
Collecting kindness, not campaign cash—what a radical concept!
moderate 11/10/2025
If Congress can agree on giving back, maybe there’s hope for everything else.